Balletgalla

Balletgalla

International Ballet Gala - A Celebration of Dance

Experience world-class ballet with solo dancers from five of the world's leading companies from 28-30. August in The Tivoli Concert Hall.  

Tivoli celebrates dance when some of the most talented solo dancers from five of the world's leading ballet companies visit The Tivoli Concert Hall under the title International Balletgala 2025 - A Celebration of Dance.

Tivoli has gathered solo dancers from New York City Ballet, The National Ballet of Canada, The Royal Ballet London, Hamburg Ballet, Kammerballetten and Dutch National Ballet, who will be joined by dancers from Tivoli Balletteater.

The audience will be able to experience highlights from the classical repertoire as well as newer works from some of the most important choreographers from the 20th and 21st centuries, including George Balanchine and John Neumeier.   

The dancers are accompanied by Tivoli's own symphony orchestra, Tivoli Copenhagen Phil.

The Danish principal dancer Ida Praetorius performs as part of Hamburg Ballet John Neumeier’s Adagietto, dancing alongside fellow Hamburg Ballet principal dancer Matias Oberlin. In addition, she also takes part in the ballet gala as part of Kammerballetten, where she dances the piece Oenothera, choreographed by her brother Tobias Praetorius. In Oenothera, she shares the stage with The Royal Danish Ballet’s Astrid Elbo and Ji Min Hong.

For the first time ever, dancers from the National Ballet of Canada can be experienced at The Tivoli Concert Hall. The company presents two works: islands by Emma Portner – an innovative love duet between two female dancers that challenges classical norms and explores both physical and emotional intimacy – as well as David Dawson’s On the Nature of Daylight, which delves into the nature of love as something both ordinary and extraordinary.

A performance ticket also grants admission to Tivoli Gardens.
This event is made possible with generous support from the Augustinus Foundation.

Subject to changes in the program.

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New York City Ballet

New York City Ballet has been among the absolute elite of the ballet world for 75 years. The company was founded by George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins, and the company's innovative approach to both classical and modern ballet has set the standard globally. Their works, such as Serenade and West Side Story Suite, are cornerstones of the modern ballet tradition. Tivoli has had a close collaboration with the New York City Ballet for over four decades, which first visited the amusement park 47 years ago. See all the dancers from the companies here.

New York City Ballet

Sara Mearns

Columbia, SC, principal dancer New York City Ballet since 2008. 

New York City Ballet

Tyler Angle

Tyler Angle joined New York City Ballet in 2004, and was promoted to Principal dancer in 2009.

The National Ballet of Canada

The National Ballet of Canada was founded in 1951 in Toronto, Ontario, with Celia Franca as its first artistic director. Since 2022, Hope Muir has been at the helm as artistic director. The company is known for its diverse repertoire profile: from classic full-length ballets to innovative, modern works. They cherish traditions, but at the same time push the boundaries of what ballet can be – and have a strong focus on developing new works. See all the dancers from the companies here.

National Ballet of Canada

Genvieve Penn Nabity

Genevieve Penn Nabity was born in Casco, Michigan and trained at Main Stage Center for the Arts in Armada, Michigan and Canada’s National Ballet School. 

National Ballet of Canada

Heather Ogden

Heather Ogden was born in Toronto and trained at the Richmond Academy of Dance in British Columbia before joining The National Ballet of Canada in 1998. 

National Ballet of Canada

Ben Rudisin

Ben Rudisin was born in Woodbridge, Virginia and trained at the North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem and Houston Ballet II in Texas. 

The Royal Ballet London

Under the direction of Frederic Ashton and Kenneth McMillan, two of the most influential choreographers of the 20th century, The Royal Ballet became an international symbol of British ballet tradition. Their groundbreaking choreography put the company and its style and flair on the world map, establishing them among the giants of the ballet world. See all the dancers from the companies here.

Royal Ballet London

Fumi Kaneko

Japanese dancer Fumi Kaneko is a Principal of The Royal Ballet. She joined the Company during the 2010/11 Season and was promoted to First Artist in 2012, Soloist in 2013, First Soloist in 2018, and Principal, 2021.

Royal Ballet London

Vadim Muntagirov

Russian dancer Vadim Muntagirov is a Principal of The Royal Ballet. He trained at The Royal Ballet Upper School and joined the Company from English National Ballet as a Principal in March 2014.

Hamburg Ballet

Hamburg Ballet ranks among the world's leading dance companies. International tours have made the company a highlight on the international ballet scene and one of Germany's most important cultural ambassadors. The core of the company is former artistic director and chief choreographer John Neumeier, who led the company from 1973 to 2024. In 2024, John Neumeier retired from his position as artistic director of Hamburg Ballet with the critically acclaimed ballet gala The World of John Neumeier, which was performed in The Tivoli Concert Hall. See all the dancers from the companies here.

Hamburg Ballet / Kammerballetten

Ida Praetorius

Ida Praetorius completed her dance training at the Royal Danish Ballet School and joined the Royal Danish Ballet in 2010, where she was promoted to soloist in 2014 and first soloist in 2016. 

Hamburg Ballet

Matias Oberlin

Born in Santa Fe, Argentina, Matias Oberlin began his ballet training at the Seminario Provincial de Ballet in his hometown before continuing his studies at the School of the Hamburg Ballet. 

Hamburg Ballet

Olivia Betteridge

Born in Westmead, Australia, Olivia Betteridge received her early training at the Tanya Pearson Classical Coaching Academy before continuing her studies at the School of the Hamburg Ballet.

Freelancer (former principal dancer of Hamburg Ballet)

Alexandr Trusch

Alexandr Trusch, a native of Ukraine, studied at the School of the Hamburg Ballet and joined the company in 2007.

Dutch National Ballet

Dutch ballet and dance flourished in the second half of the 20th century and has always been known for its innovative choreographers. Under the direction of Ted Brandsen, the National Ballet Amsterdam has achieved great acclaim. The relatively young company now attracts some of ballet's greatest talents and is receiving considerable attention on the international stage. See all the dancers from the companies here.

Dutch National Ballet

Anna Tsygankova

Anna Tsygankova, born in Novosibirsk, Russia. Graduated from Novosibirsk Ballet Academy and joined The Bolshoi Ballet in 1997. 

Dutch National Ballet

Giorgi Potskjishvili

Giorgi Potskhishvili is a Principal Dancer with Dutch National Ballet, known for his powerful presence, refined technique, and captivating artistry. 

Kammerballetten

The Chamber Ballet is an incredibly exciting and innovative project under the direction of Alexander McKenzie. The company's ability to experiment and challenge the classical framework has made them a sought-after player on the international stage. The Chamber Ballet is sought-after on the international stage and has performed in many different places around the world. See all the dancers from the companies here.

Kammerballetten

Alba Nadal

Alba Nadal was born in Zaragoza and brought up in Catalonia, first with Olga Roig in Manresa and later on, at Institut del Teatre in Barcelona.

Kammerballetten

Tobias Praetorius

Tobias Praetorius was born in 1996 in Copenhagen. He is a soloist and choreographer with the Royal Danish Ballet. 

Kammerballetten

Maria Kochetkova

Maria Kochetkova, born in 1984 in Moscow, is an internationally acclaimed freelance principal dancer. 

Kammerballetten

Sebastian Kloborg

Sebastian Kloborg, born in 1986 in Copenhagen, is an award-winning Danish choreographer, director, and dancer. 

Kammerballetten

Astrid Grarup Elbo

Astrid Grarup Elbo is a Principal Dancer with the Royal Danish Ballet and a choreographer. Trained at the Royal Danish Ballet School (2001–2010), she joined the company in 2010 and was promoted to principal in 2023.

Hamburg Ballet / Kammerballetten

Ida Praetorius

Ida Praetorius completed her dance training at the Royal Danish Ballet School and joined the Royal Danish Ballet in 2010, where she was promoted to soloist in 2014 and first soloist in 2016. 

Kammerballetten

Ji Min Hong

Born in Seoul, South Korea, Ji Min Hong began her ballet training in her hometown 
at Yewon Art School.

Tivoli Balletteater

Under the direction of ballet director Peter Bo Bendixen, Tivoli's own ballet company performs at the Pantomime Theatre and in Tivoli's Concert Hall. During the 2024 summer season, Tivoli Ballet Theatre performed over 300 performances in Tivoli, including classical ballets, pantomimes and modern dance performances. During Christmas in Tivoli, the audience can also experience the dancers from Tivoli Ballet Theatre performing this year's Christmas ballet in The Tivoli Concert Hall, which in 2025 is The Snow Queen.

 

Showtimes

  1. Tivoli Concert Hall

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    Tivoli entrance included and service fee included

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  2. Tivoli Concert Hall

    245 - DKK 945

    Tivoli entrance included and service fee included

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  3. Tivoli Concert Hall

    245 - DKK 945

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Tivoli Copenhagen Phil

Tivoli Copenhagen Phil is Tivoli Gardens’ own symphony orchestra, comprising around 70 permanent musicians. During the summer, the orchestra performs in Tivoli as part of Summer Classical festival, featuring international star soloists and conductors. It also plays for Tivoli’s Christmas ballets and international ballet performances—most recently accompanying Hamburg Ballet and New York City Ballet during their visits to Tivoli in the summer of 2024.

Outside Tivoli Gardens, the orchestra performs under the name Copenhagen Phil and serves as the symphony orchestra for all of Zealand. It is based in the concert hall of the Royal Danish Academy of Music on Rosenørns Allé.

Practical Information

Your Ballet Gala Visit

Venue
The Tivoli Concert Hall.

Entrance to Tivoli
The ticket grants access to Tivoli on the day of the performance during Tivoli’s opening hours.

Opening Hours at The Tivoli Concert Hall
The doors open one hour before the performance begins.

Duration of the Performance
The performance lasts approximately 2 hours, including an intermission.

Wardrobe
Staffed wardrobe.

Age Recommendation
Recommended for ages 12 and up. All children are different, and we recommend that parents individually assess whether the story and themes of the performance are appropriate for their children. Children under 3 years old are not allowed at the performance.

Bars/Restaurants

The bars in The Concert Hall are open before the performance and during intermission. Beverages can be pre-ordered for the intermission before the performance starts. Additionally, there are plenty of opportunities to dine at one of Tivoli's many restaurants before the performance

Guests with Disabilities

Wheelchair spaces and companion seats can only be purchased by contacting Tivoli Service Centre in person or by calling +45 33 15 10 01. 

Transport/Parking

Tivoli is located by “Rådhuspladsen” and Copenhagen Central Station. Find more information about public transport here or plan your journey with www.Rejseplanen.dk. If you are arriving at Tivoli by car and have a Tivoli Card, you can get a discount on parking. 

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